Description
Indulge in the comforting delight of One-Pan Creamy Tuna Pasta, a quick and satisfying dish that transforms your weeknight dinners into gourmet experiences. With tender pasta enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce and hearty tuna, this recipe is perfect for cozy evenings or unexpected guests. Minimal effort, maximum flavor—your family will be asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne or fusilli pasta
- 1 can (5 oz) high-quality tuna packed in olive oil, drained
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- 2. Sauté Aromatics: In the same pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 3. Add Tuna & Spinach: Fold in the drained tuna and fresh spinach, stirring until the spinach wilts.
- 4. Create the Sauce: Pour in heavy cream and simmer gently. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- 5. Toss in Pasta: Combine the cooked pasta with the creamy sauce mixture, stirring well to coat each noodle.
- 6. Season & Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot with additional cheese or herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg